APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) — Question 97

Which of the following measures of a supply chain performance is most desirable from a stockholder perspective?

Answer options

• A. Diversity of sales channels
• B. Lean manufacturing performance
• C. Time to market of new products
• D. Velocity and return on assets (ROA)

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer, D, indicates that stockholders prioritize velocity and return on assets since these metrics directly reflect the financial efficiency and profitability of the company. Options A, B, and C are important but do not directly align with stockholder interests in financial returns.